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Can your pet contract the Coronavirus?

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - Reports of a dog in Hong Kong testing positive for Coronavirus has some pet owners worried. As of today, there have been no reports of American animals contracting COVID-19. However, pet owners all over are concerned…

Locals step up to help others mask up amid coronavirus pandemic

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - When Cheri Haynes saw a need she took to social media and was able to connect with people. That led ladies to JoAnn Fabrics Wednesday afternoon to create face masks for first responders, hospitals and private…

COVID-19 came from a local nursing home

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The number of positive tests for COVID-19 took another jump today in the Chattanooga area. Hamilton County now reports a total of 26 cases. That makes a total of 42 in our area. Now NHC Healthcare says…

School Closing Updates

Many of the school closings were originally scheduled through this week.  Now more systems are extending the break.  Here are the latest updates. TENNESSEE SCHOOLS: All Tennessee schools are closed through at least April 24th. The Dept. of Education will…

Clifton Hills Elementary Parade

Teachers and other faculty from Clifton Hills gathered in the school parking lot Wednesday’s morning ready to bring life back into their community.

UTC student sews handmade masks to help with shortage

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As COVID-19 continues to spread, hospitals can't meet the demand they need for masks. One UTC student is using her recently found free time to help. Elise Halcomb is sewing reusable cotton masks for those that…

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